EnviroCair®
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What isEnviroCair®?
It is a formulation of compounds in liquid form, which, when discharged into
the atmosphere will eradicate the airborne bacteria called Methicillin-Resistant
Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), as well as most other pathogens including Avian
influenza (bird flu), Legionnaires Disease and many others.
How does it work?
This product is intended for use where it is important to maintain cleanliness
and a bacteria and virus free area. It will eradicate bacteria as well as
sanitizing the surfaces where it is applied. It is dispensed into the atmosphere
by blowing air across a saturated wick. The EnviroCair® unit
is approximately 15cm high, 9 cm wide and 6 cm deep (about the size of a pack
of sugar). It is easily attached to a wall by double sided tape or with two
screws. Or it will stand upright on a bedside table without any need to be
fixed to anything. The power is provided by batteries (two D/L R20). The built-in
replaceable container will supply a continuous protective stream of treated
air. It is very similar to plastic dispensers that are used in toilets to
freshen up the air. (see graphic at bottom of this page)
What viruses and bacteria is EnviroCair® effective
against?
Independent laboratory testing has proved that in addition to eradicating
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), EnviroCair®
eradicates such bacteria and viruses as E.Coli, Hepatitis B, Legionella, Listeria,
Salmonella, Swine Vesicular Fever, Poultry diseases, Rubella, and many other
bacteria, algae, fungi and viruses. (see Testing
page for a full list)
Where can it be used?
EnviroCair® is designed for use wherever a clean and hygienic
environment is required to maintain the highest of standards. It is designed
specifically for use in the following locations:-
• Hospitals, including wards, floors, bath rooms, toilets, skirting
boards, and bed linen.
• Dental surgeries and waiting rooms.
• Food preparation or processing establishments.
• Hotels
• Cruise ships
How effective isEnviroCair®?
EnviroCair® will continue to eradicate 92% of all airborne
viruses and bacteria, covering about 50m3 per unit,
for as long as the unit is supplied with the formulation and the battery driven
fan within the unit continues to operate. Unlike any other product it will
continue to protect the patient and staff and visitor and sterilise the room
as long as the unit is working. It is not necessary for the room to be evacuated
whilst the sterilisation process is carried out. Such other methods may sterilise
an empty room (because the chemicals used will eradicate all living organisms,
including people), but when the door is opened and more viruses/ bacteria
enter the room, the protection vanishes
Is EnviroCair® safe?
Each constituent component has a manufacturers maximum recommended safety
exposure limit. Testing has shown that EnviroCair® components
do not exceed even 1/10,000th of such limits.
Toxicology testing formed part of the report carried out by Queen Mary School of Medical Science (Retroscreen Virology) and a toxicology assessment has also been carried out by Professor Alastair Hay at the Molecular Epidemiology Unit of the University of Leeds.
Who has tested and approved EnviroCair®?
EnviroCair® has been tested at Hope Hospital in Salford,
St. Mary’s Hospital Paddington, Thor Laboratories Cheshire and Aynsome
Laboratories in St. Helens. Under Biotech's rigorous testing programme, it
is undergoing further testing at Glasgow Caledonian University.
The ingredients have also been tested and approved in the USA by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), whichever agency is applicable.
Biotech’s additional technical support and data comes from access to well known manufacturers of chemicals such as Lonza GmbH, who distribute products globally, and testing companies such as Evans Vanodine International plc. This support enables the Company to operate within the Government Health & Safety Regulations and in line with the Biocide Products Directive (BPD); all the chemical constituents are registered with the authorities administering the BPD.
The products have also been scrutinised by UKAS and NAMAS (accredited microbiology testing laboratories). This is part of Biotech’s testing programme which allows the adoption of new techniques and assists in the development of the Company’s next-generation products.
How does EnviroCair® compare with other
products on the market?
EnviroCair® remains active on any surface where it is deposited,
unlike any other product. Some products rely on sterilisation of a room and
its contents by saturation using hydrogen peroxide (bleach), and some apply
heat. Neither can be applied whilst a patient is in the room, and after these
treatments have been applied, any new influx of bacteria will be unaffected
and unharmed.
Does EnviroCair® smell?
No.
Are there any known side-effects to either people or the environment?
EnviroCair® is perfectly safe and has passed irritancy tests
when applied directly on to human skin or inhaled without causing any ill
effects.
How long does the protection last?
Protection is continuous whilst the unit is functioning.
For further information, please go to the contact page.
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